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Kunsthalle Heidelberg
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£26
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£83
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
4 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
4 h 45 m
Trains on 15 Oct
24
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Heidelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Heidelberg will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 24 trains from Hamburg to Heidelberg, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 472 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 77
ICE 619
ICE 79 · ICE 619
ICE 775
ICE 777 · 15341
ICE 77
ICE 775
ICE 1187 · ICE 1097
ICE 1071 · ICE 1093
ICE 1073 · ICE 1095Trains from Hamburg to Heidelberg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 472 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 472 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Heidelberg trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 575 · S1 | On time 7:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h54 | 12:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ECE 5 · S2 | On time 8:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h54 | 13:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 577 · S2 | On time 9:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h54 | 14:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1073 · ICE 1095 | On time 10:21 Hamburg Hbf | 4h50 | 15:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixTrain | 13:39 Hamburg Hbf | 7h19 | 20:58 Heidelberg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1271 · ICE 513 · S3 | On time 4:27 Hamburg Hbf | 5h18 | 9:45 Heidelberg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 573 · S2 | On time 5:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h54 | 10:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1071 · ICE 1093 | On time 6:23 Hamburg Hbf | 4h48 | 11:11 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 71 · S2 | On time 6:29 Hamburg Hbf | 4h54 | 11:23 Heidelberg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Heidelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Heidelberg trip today.
Major art museum with collections spanning the nineteenth century to today, plus changing exhibitions in a striking riverside building.
Museum on the Electoral Palatinate inside Morass Palace, with art, history and changing displays that illuminate regional life and culture.
Compact student prison museum where university offenders were once confined. Preserved graffiti and cells offer an unusual academic history.
Heidelberg’s atmospheric Old Town with lanes, squares and baroque facades. Ideal for walking between the river, churches and castle paths.
Riverside philosophers’ path above the Neckar, famous for broad views across Heidelberg, the castle and the Old Town rooftops.
Long pedestrian high street lined with shops, historic buildings and side alleys. A practical route through the heart of the Old Town.
A hearty pork stomach stuffed with minced pork, potatoes and spices. It is a classic Palatinate speciality long associated with Heidelberg taverns.
A rich stew of beef, pork, bacon and sausage with potatoes. It is a filling regional dish from the Palatinate and Odenwald area around Heidelberg.
Liver dumplings, usually served in broth or with sauerkraut and bread. They are a traditional everyday dish in the Heidelberg and Palatinate region.
Refined restaurant and wine tavern in the Altstadt with seasonal German cooking, a strong wine list and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic brewery tavern in the Altstadt known for house beers and classic regional dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Long-running student tavern and restaurant with a rustic feel, pouring local beers and serving straightforward regional dishes.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and regional rail are reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Heidelberg Hbf -> Bismarckplatz, Heidelberg
The most popular day trips by train from Heidelberg are Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Frankfurt am Main, Stuttgart and Worms. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Heidelberg on Omio.

Mannheim is known for its grid-plan centre, industrial heritage and confident cultural life. The Baroque palace, the Wasserturm and a strong music scene give the city a practical yet distinctive character.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 10m.

Karlsruhe is known for its fan-shaped plan centred on the palace and for its role in German law. Broad streets, green spaces and a strong student and tech scene give the city a calm, orderly character.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 25m.

Frankfurt am Main pairs Germany’s best-known skyline with a rebuilt old town and a broad stretch of museums along the Main. Known as a financial hub and trade fair city, it also has apple wine taverns and a distinctly international feel.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 41m.

Stuttgart is known for its car-making heritage, vineyard-covered hills and spacious parks. It mixes major museums and elegant squares with a strong cultural life and a distinctly Swabian character.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 38m.

Worms is one of Germany’s oldest Rhine cities, known for its Roman past, Jewish heritage and links to the Nibelungen legend. The Romanesque Cathedral of St Peter and the historic centre give it a serious, layered character.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 42m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Heidelberg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heidelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Heidelberg trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Heidelberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Heidelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
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